Local vs. General Anesthesia – What’s the Difference? 🤔💉When it comes to long procedures, the main difference between local and general anesthesia is simple: you're either awake or asleep.Local anesthesia: You’ll be completely awake but numb. This is usually done through a series of shots to make sure you don’t feel a thing.General anesthesia: You’ll be completely asleep during the procedure. Interestingly, local anesthesia is often used in combination with general anesthesia to ensure maximum

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Dental local anesthesia explained for dentists. Local anesthesia in dentistry is not a single technique — it is a clinical decision-making process based on anatomy, bone density, and indication. In this video, Dr. WHY breaks down: • topical anesthesia • infiltration anesthesia • nerve block anesthesia • intraligamentary anesthesia • intraosseous anesthesia • intrapulpal anesthesia • sedation and general anesthesia This is a concise academic overview designed for dentists, residents, and dental s